20 Healthy Thanksgiving Sides to Help You Avoid the Extra Holiday Pounds

Food Faith Fitness

I think I can safely say the majority of us look forward to the holidays with excitement and anticipation. And for good reason — the holidays mean creating memories with our loved ones and consuming a glorious amount of seasonal, delicious dishes. With this comes the weight gain often associated with the holiday season. This leaves many, myself included, slightly dreading the holidays. Why should all the dieting, exercising, and self-control be compromised all within a matter of weeks? This list of healthy Thanksgiving sides will start your holiday season off on the right foot and keep you on track with your healthy goals.

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Fig and Sausage Cauliflower Stuffing

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POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Spaghetti Squash Mac and Cheese

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Paleo Sweet Potato Casserole

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POPSUGAR Photography | Jenny Sugar

Healthy Zucchini Bread

Get the recipe: healthy zucchini bread

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Low-Carb Mashed Potatoes

Get the recipe: low-carb mashed potatoes

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Roasted Butternut Squash

Get the recipe: roasted butternut squash

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POPSUGAR Photography | Lizzie Fuhr

Low-Fat Scalloped Potatoes

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POPSUGAR Photography | Jenny Sugar

Vegan Sweet Potato Millet

Get the recipe: Vegan sweet potato millet

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Green Beans With Mushroom Sauce

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Gluten-Free Buttermilk Biscuits

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POPSUGAR Photography | Camilla Salem

Steamed Carrots With Olive Oil and Lemon

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POPSUGAR Photography | Nicole Perry

Brussels Sprout, Kale, and Lentil Salad

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Get the recipe: roasted brussels sprouts

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POPSUGAR Photography | Anna Monette Roberts

Millet Salad With Pomegranate

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Apple Raisin Easy Gluten-Free Stuffing

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Harvest Roasted Vegetables

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Paleo Sweet Potato Pie

Get the recipe: Paleo sweet potato pie

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3-Bean Salad

Get the recipe: three-bean salad

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Golden Sweet Potato Soup With Burrata and Sage Pesto

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Cranberry Citrus Salad With Goat Cheese and Pecans

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